Jhansi: On his inaugural visit to Jhansi after being appointed the district's minister in charge, Uttar Pradesh Tourism and Culture Minister Jaiveer Singh declared that entrepreneurs investing in the tourism and hospitality sectors will receive full government support. The state government offers a 25% subsidy on investments ranging from homestays to five-star hotels, with the subsidy increasing to 30% for women and Scheduled Caste entrepreneurs.
Investment and Registration Milestones
Singh claimed that over 17,000 registrations have been recorded in the sector, attracting investments exceeding Rs 36,000 crore. He further stated that a proposal has been prepared to develop 32 forts across Bundelkhand as heritage tourism properties under the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, while inaugurating the Bundelkhand Expressway on July 16, 2022, had addressed the redevelopment of Bundelkhand forts, akin to Rajasthan's model, to boost tourism in the region.
Infrastructure and Connectivity Upgrades
The minister highlighted improvements in road, rail, and air connectivity, with Rs 1,000 crore allocated to the Public Works Department to strengthen connectivity to religious destinations. He also announced the redevelopment of the State Museum in Jhansi with an investment of Rs 24 crore to enhance visitor appeal. Additionally, plans are underway to develop the birthplace of renowned Hindi poet Maithili Sharan Gupt into a world-class cultural destination.
